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Spicy Honey Pepper Chicken With Creamy Macaroni Cheese

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For the Creamy Macaroni Cheese:

  • 2 cups elbow macaroni
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground mustard
  • 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preparing the Spicy Honey Pepper Chicken

  1. Season the Chicken:
    • Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides. Set aside.
  2. Make the Honey Pepper Glaze:
    • In a medium bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, sriracha sauce, crushed red pepper flakes, minced garlic, and ground black pepper.
  3. Cook the Chicken:
    • Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Once the butter is melted and sizzling, add the seasoned chicken breasts. Cook for 5-6 minutes on each side, or until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  4. Prepare the Glaze:
    • In the same skillet, pour in the honey pepper mixture. Bring it to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes until it starts to thicken slightly.
  5. Thicken the Sauce:
    • In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Add the slurry to the skillet, stirring constantly, until the glaze thickens to your desired consistency.
  6. Coat the Chicken:
    • Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet, turning to coat them thoroughly in the spicy honey pepper glaze. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, ensuring the chicken is well coated and heated through.

Preparing the Creamy Macaroni Cheese

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